1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1981 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Delta |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2200 mm |